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Assessment of Psychosocial Effects of Insurgency Among Internally Displaced Persons (IDPS) in Wulari Camp, Maiduguri
Habu Haruna,
Gwary Mary,
Emmanuel Okechukwu Chukwu,
Inuwa Ahmadu,
Dathini Hamina,
Maigari Babaji,
Lola Nelson,
Alih Fred Innocent
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 1, September 2017
Pages:
1-7
Received:
27 April 2017
Accepted:
6 May 2017
Published:
6 July 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ipa.20170101.11
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Abstract: This study was carried out to assess the psychosocial effects of insurgency among internally displaced persons in Wulari camp, Maiduguri. The objectives of the study were to determine the psychological effects of insurgency among internally displaced persons, to determine the social effects of insurgency among internally displaced persons, to identify perceived factors responsible for insurgency. The research design used for this study was a non-experimental descriptive study design. A simple random sampling technique was used to select 345 respondents using Yamane’s formula. A questionnaire method was used to collect data from the respondents and SPSS descriptive statistical tool was used to analyse the data. The result showed 62.7% still isolated in the camp, 59.5% lost a family member during the attack which is a psychological effect of insurgency, 85.5% of the respondents think insurgency has brought poverty, with 73.1% not having all their food needs met which is a social effect of insurgency, a majority of the respondents 57.7% strongly agreed that poverty is the factor responsible for insurgency. It is recommended that a critical assessment of the living conditions of the IDPs be done, also improved upon and the factors responsible for insurgency be tackled to help control the situation and also prevent aggravation of the current situation.
Abstract: This study was carried out to assess the psychosocial effects of insurgency among internally displaced persons in Wulari camp, Maiduguri. The objectives of the study were to determine the psychological effects of insurgency among internally displaced persons, to determine the social effects of insurgency among internally displaced persons, to ident...
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Exclusive Breastfeeding & Complementary Feeding Practices and Their Nutritional Knowledge Among Mothers at Chowhali Upazila in Sirajganj District, Bangladesh
Serajul Islam,
Mohammad Jakir Hossain,
Salahuddin
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 1, September 2017
Pages:
8-13
Received:
10 May 2017
Accepted:
26 May 2017
Published:
14 July 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ipa.20170101.12
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Abstract: The study was conducted considering the exclusive breastfeeding, complementary feeding practices & their nutritional knowledge at Chowhali Char under Sirajganj area among 200 mothers in Bangladesh. There were 49% (n = 98) exclusive breastfeeding, early initiation 60% (n = 120) and 48% (n = 96) complementary feeding chosen for the study from Chowhali Char of the north Bengal using simple random sampling method. Results exposed to have 1500-5000 BDT family income & food expenditure 1200-3000 BDT per month; educational level was very low because there were no any secondary or higher secondary level, only 63% (n = 126) primary level. There were another feeding practice before exclusive breastfeeding i.e. 37.50% (n = 75) honey, 56.50% (n = 113) sugar & 6% (n = 12) others feeding so that child was not interest on exclusive breastfeeding; there were also exclusive breastfeeding duration was very low i.e. about 12.50% (n = 25) mother within 1-2 month, 81% (n = 162) 3-4 month & 6.50% (n = 13) mother 5-6 month. On the other hand, there were other feeding practices i.e. cow milk 44% (n = 88), formula milk 6% (n = 12) & 50% (n = 100) normal homemade food before six month. Their Nutritional knowledge were not good, only 19% (n = 38) known & 81% (n = 162) unknown mother about exclusive breastfeeding. Similarly 43.5% (n = 87) mother known about breast milk is easily digestible & 56.5% (n = 113) no knowledge; on the other hand, 87.5% (n = 175) mother known about breast milk is more nutritious than others food but 12.5% (n = 25) unknown. However, only 38 mother (19%) mother well known about balance diet but maximum mothers no knowledge i.e. 81% (n = 162); about 12.5% (n = 25) mother known on breast milk contains antibodies & 87.5% (n = 175) unknown; most of the mother there were no knowledge about breast milk which helps in physical & mental development i.e. 75% (n = 150) but only 25% (n = 50) mother knowledge it.
Abstract: The study was conducted considering the exclusive breastfeeding, complementary feeding practices & their nutritional knowledge at Chowhali Char under Sirajganj area among 200 mothers in Bangladesh. There were 49% (n = 98) exclusive breastfeeding, early initiation 60% (n = 120) and 48% (n = 96) complementary feeding chosen for the study from Chowhal...
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The Influence of Governance in Management of Development Effects: Sri Lankan Perspective
Mohamed Ibrahim Mohamed Irfan
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 1, September 2017
Pages:
14-23
Received:
5 May 2017
Accepted:
27 May 2017
Published:
17 July 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ipa.20170101.13
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Abstract: This study examines the role of governance and effective management of development to ensure that fruits of development reach all citizens, specifically Sri Lankan perspective. Major objective of this study is to provide evidence of the link between governance and management of development and to analyze how citizens’ utilizes development through different aspects, modes and features of governance. Governance has increasingly become a major instrument for the successful growth performance and development purposes in the world. Achieving sustainable results in international development depends on efficient, effective and inclusive governance systems that reflect the will of the all citizens. This study is a qualitative research and data were collected mainly from secondary sources such as books, journals, newspapers, internet articles and relevant research articles. Accordingly, this paper is organized as follows: the role of governance to ensure development; governance and development policies; good governance and development; e-Governance and development; finally, poor governance and challenges for management of development and conclusion are provided.
Abstract: This study examines the role of governance and effective management of development to ensure that fruits of development reach all citizens, specifically Sri Lankan perspective. Major objective of this study is to provide evidence of the link between governance and management of development and to analyze how citizens’ utilizes development through d...
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Due Process in Public Procurement as Anti-corruption Strategy in Nigerian Local Government
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 1, September 2017
Pages:
24-33
Received:
22 May 2017
Accepted:
6 June 2017
Published:
24 July 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ipa.20170101.14
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Abstract: A uniform system of Local Government was created in Nigerian in 1976 with devolved functions and powers to serve as the engine of rural development. The 1979 Constitution further provided for statutory funding to enable the system perform the assigned roles. Decades later, the Local Government performed despicably having failed to spur grassroots development in spite of substantial financial allocations. Bureaucratic corruption is identified as the major problem preventing the realization of the objectives. Being ex-post facto, the study is an expository analysis of how corrupt officials steal Local Government funds and the implications for rural development. The study found that lack of due process in the system's procurement processes perpetuates corruption. The paper recommends among others, that the provisions of the Federal government's Public Procurement Act should extend to the Local Government.
Abstract: A uniform system of Local Government was created in Nigerian in 1976 with devolved functions and powers to serve as the engine of rural development. The 1979 Constitution further provided for statutory funding to enable the system perform the assigned roles. Decades later, the Local Government performed despicably having failed to spur grassroots d...
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Entrepreneurial Strategies and Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs) Development in Ogun State, Nigeria
Akhamiokhor Sunday,
Adanikin Ariyo
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 1, September 2017
Pages:
34-38
Received:
20 May 2017
Accepted:
2 June 2017
Published:
25 July 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ipa.20170101.15
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Abstract: This study empirically examined entrepreneurial strategies and small and medium scale enterprises (SMEs) development in Ogun State, Nigeria considering they have increasingly become a powerful engine for economic growth and development in today’s dynamic and competitive business environment. Entrepreneurial strategies was measured using competitive strategy, human resource strategy, while SME development was measured by return on investment, employee productivity The population of the study considered was two thousand four hundred and twenty five (2425) employees and a sample size of four hundred and forty six respondents were determined using Taro Yamane formula for sample size. A structured questionnaire titled ‘Entrepreneurial Strategies and Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs) Development in Ogun State, Nigeria’ was validated and administered with ninety one point nine percent response rate. Cronbach Alpha reliability for major constructs had an average value of 0.83. The data collected was analysed using linear and multiple regression analysis. Findings reveal there is a positive and significant relationship between entrepreneurial strategies and SME development (R = 0.535, at p < 0.05). The model R2 (coefficient of determination) was 0.287, constant value (alpha) of 44.670, the coefficient of independent variable (beta = 0.491) and F-Value yielded 163.890. Competitive strategy had significant effect on return on investment and this effect was statistically significant at (R = 0.400, R2 = 0.160, p < 0.05, B = 0.360, F = 77.727). There is also a significant and positive relationship between human resource strategy and employee productivity (R = 0.4429, R2 = 0.184, p < 0.05, B = 0.385, F = 91.833). In conclusion, entrepreneurial strategies have a strong positive relationship on the development of SMEs in Ogun State, Nigeria. The adoption of these strategies is germane for SMEs to enable them in the midst of intense competition for their firms to still be sustained, survive and grow consistently. The study has recommended that SMEs should adopt entrepreneurial strategies to enable them increase their returns on investment, employee productivity, which when engaged in their firms enhances SME development.
Abstract: This study empirically examined entrepreneurial strategies and small and medium scale enterprises (SMEs) development in Ogun State, Nigeria considering they have increasingly become a powerful engine for economic growth and development in today’s dynamic and competitive business environment. Entrepreneurial strategies was measured using competitive...
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